Unlawful Camping Ordinance
In September 2018, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals issued its ruling in Martin v Boise. The Court ruled the enforcement of ordinances that prohibit sleeping or camping on public property against “[A]s long as there is no option of sleeping indoors, the government cannot criminalize indigent, homeless people for sleeping outdoors, on public property, on…
Read MoreA Shout Out from Supervisor Janice Hahn
At its October 20th meeting the Redondo Beach City Council approved moving forward with plans to set up a temporary shelter. I have always said: If you are a City leader and you have a plan to provide shelter or housing in your area, I am behind you 100%. That is why I am happy…
Read MoreA Bridge Home Success Stories
A Bridge Home – Watts As the Watts A Bridge Home approaches its one-year anniversary the Salvation Army team has continued to work throughout the pandemic and has successfully transitioned 20 people from homelessness to permanent housing with another four signing leases and moving out tomorrow! Additionally, in the past week, three clients have gained…
Read MoreHomes for the Unhoused?
In my last newsletter and at our last community meeting, we discussed the possibility of temporarily installing, at Aviation Park, Pallet Homes for Redondo’s Unhoused. Since then, Aviation Park has begun to open, therefore, based on Council’s discussion, it is unlikely that Aviation Park will be considered. City Council asked for a report to address the many…
Read MoreDocument Shredding Event
The City of Redondo Beach and Athens Services will be providing document shredding service at no charge. This is your opportunity to clean out old files and properly dispose of personal papers without compromising your personal information. The paper shredding will be done on-site and you will be able to witness from your vehicle the…
Read MoreGet Free Compost on Saturday October 24th
Free Compost! Saturday October 24th 8am – 12pm Wilderness Park 1102 Camino Real, RB CA 90279 About the Compost Athens compost is a blend of organic materials including a mix of green waste, wood wast and food scraps. Our compost is OMRI Listed® and licensed by the California Department of Food & Agriculture. Guidelines Redondo…
Read MoreLA County Board of Supervisors Vote to Allow Breweries and Wineries to Resume Outdoor Service
Press Release from Janice Hahn, LA County Supervisor, 4th District September 29, 2020 Los Angeles, CA Today, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approved a motion authored by Supervisor Janice Hahn and co-authored by Supervisor Kathryn Barger which will allow breweries and wineries to begin outdoor service in one week, in accordance with current…
Read MoreRB Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event
How to prepare HHW items for transportation: Face mask required. Boxes should be placed in the trunk of your car for removal. Bring the items in a sturdy box, preferably in their original labeled containers. Do not mix items together. There is a limit of 15 gallons or 125 pounds of hazardous waste per trip.…
Read MoreRedondo Beach Skate Park Feasibility Study
RB Council has been exploring adding skate parks to our parks. Redondo Beach hired @Spohn Ranch, Inc to prepare a feasibility study to develop and evaluate the concepts suggested by a Redondo resident. The five sites were analyzed and ranked with respect to 6 criteria: visibility accessibility suitability barriers to being shovel ready supporting amenities…
Read MoreThe latest on Artesia & Aviation Corridors Area Plan
Artesia Blvd. It can be better! We can have a vision for a pedestrian-friendly, vibrant street where we see neighbors, meet for coffee or dinner & drinks. A place where we can hear a favorite, local musician then walk or bike home. A place where we find that great dress or a cute outfit for…
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